No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle

There is no clear favorite in the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby that has at least a half-dozen legitimate contenders and maybe more horses that can win it

May 1, 2026Updated: May 1, 2026

By STEPHEN WHYNO

Regional

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State

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No clear favorite and plenty of contenders: The 152nd Kentucky Derby is a 20-horse puzzle

Regional

Nebraska Dunes golf course set to reopen after major renovations

Swift to pay penalty for pollution violations at Grand Island plant

Hastings Museum Unveils Summer Program

86 The Stigma event in Kearney promotes mental health awareness at Harmon Park

Grand Island bakery rallies support for employee after St. Libory tornado destroys home

Hastings College Graduate Elected as Young Adult Advisory Delegate

State

Morrill County deputies seize fentanyl pills, meth during traffic stop

Big Boy rolls into Sidney as historic east coast tour begins

Stanton celebrates Memorial Day at new veterans memorial

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Legion installing flag display for six services

Downtown Sounds performer Kimberly Meyer earns national music award nomination

Sports

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Kearney Catholic girls track secures three-peat

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Shaydyn Rasby, Katelyn Walker win state titles as area athletes close strong in Omaha

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Murray State CC, of Oklahoma, wins NJCAA Division 2 Golf Title

Ag & Outdoor

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Feed supplies tighten for Nebraska producers as drought persists

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